Professional Engagement Coordinator – Provisional Psychology Academy

About the role

The Autism Association of WA is recruiting a Professional Engagement Coordinator for its new Provisional Psychology Academy. The role connects provisional psychologists with placements, supervision and a pathway to registration across health, disability and mental health services in Western Australia. It is a fixed-term appointment until 30 June 2028.

Key responsibilities

• Match provisional psychologists with placements and organise supervision and training activities for them and their supervisors.
• Promote the Academy to psychology students, universities and employers through face-to-face information sessions and other platforms.
• Continue a social media campaign by developing promotional materials and resources for the Academy, provisional psychologists and Board-Approved Supervisors, working with the internal communications team.
• Keep records accurate and collect, analyse and synthesise data to report against the Grant Agreement.

Required profile

• Experience in program coordination.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a record of working with clinical staff, provisional psychologists, health professionals and universities.
• Strong organisation and time management, able to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Critical thinking, attention to detail and a strong customer focus.
• An inclusive attitude towards stakeholders from different cultures, backgrounds and roles.
• Desirable: experience in a promotional, marketing or communications role, and knowledge of the psychology registration pathway or the health, disability and mental health sectors.

Required skills

• Proven experience with data management systems and managing large amounts of data.
• Ability to build effective processes for data management.

What we offer

• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year plus up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
• Discounts with Westpac, Medibank and other major brands and retailers.
• Heavily discounted gym, group fitness and aquatic facility access across Perth.

Applicants must complete clearances including a National Police Clearance, WA driving licence and a Working With Children Check. Applications close 20 November 2026 via the Association's online careers site.